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- A report from the Association for Democratic Reforms and National Election Watch reveals 111 serving members of parliament and legislative assemblies changed their party affiliation between 2022 and 2026.
- These party switches occurred across 17 states and union territories, with Nagaland recording the highest number of defections.
- Political dynamics in six states, including West Bengal and Maharashtra, have shifted significantly as a result of these transitions.
- The report suggests strengthening the anti-defection laws to ensure greater political stability.
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